Finance Analyst, Operations

About Pret A Manger: Building the US Future of a Beloved Global Brand

Pret US is at a defining moment. Backed by substantial investment and strategic commitment, we are not simply operating; we are transforming a beloved brand in the American market. With a newly established US Board and an entirely rebuilt senior leadership team, we are assembling exceptional talent to drive this ambitious vision forward.

This is an opportunity to join a winning team built on an ownership mindset, rapid learning, bias for action, and competitive drive. Our ideal candidates are resilient, flexible, comfortable with ambiguity, and data-driven. We are seeking leaders who thrive in dynamic, high-stakes environments and are energized by the challenge of building something remarkable.

As part of the Pret US team, you will work directly with seasoned leaders who understand turnarounds, scaling operations, and delivering results. If you are driven to exceed ambitious goals, make bold decisions, and build a brand that matters, this is where you belong. Join us in writing the next chapter of Pret in America.

The Opportunity

Pret A Manger USA is seeking a Finance Analyst to support the VP of Finance across accounting operations, financial planning, payroll analysis, HR benefits cost tracking, and supply chain finance. This role is ideal for someone early in their finance or accounting career who is highly organized, detail-oriented, curious, and excited to learn how a growing business operates.

The Finance Analyst will help ensure that invoices, purchase orders, payroll data, benefits costs, supply chain pricing, and departmental spending are processed accurately and understood clearly. The role will also serve as an on-the-ground finance partner to the HR/People and Supply Chain teams, helping Finance stay closely connected to operational decisions and cost trends. This is an opportunity to be part of a team helping transform Pret A Manger USA. As the business continues to evolve and grow, this role will contribute not only to day-to-day financial operations but also to building stronger processes, better visibility, and more scalable ways of working across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Operations & Systems

• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, including invoice review, coding, and tracking
• Create and manage purchase orders and support vendor payment workflows
• Develop and maintain a detailed systems map documenting how invoices move through Pret's systems and approval processes
• Identify opportunities to improve invoice processing, purchasing controls, and workflow efficiency

Budget Tracking & Financial Analysis

• Track spending by category against monthly budgets and forecasts
• Monitor trends and proactively flag potential overspending, unusual activity, or emerging cost risks
• Assist in preparing variance analyses and supporting schedules for monthly financial reviews
• Support ad hoc financial analysis and reporting projects

HR, Benefits & Payroll Support

• Develop a thorough understanding of Pret's benefits programs, including health insurance, PEO arrangements, dental plans, and related employee benefits
• Track and forecast benefits-related costs and support analysis of alternative structures and vendors
• Assist with weekly payroll processing in partnership with the HR team
• Analyze payroll data for accuracy, trends, and potential issues prior to payroll submission

Supply Chain Finance Support

• Manage supply chain-related invoicing and financial administration
• Ensure pricing consistency between Food Management Systems, Distribution Centers, suppliers, and restaurant platforms
• Audit pricing updates and identify discrepancies before they impact restaurant operations or financial reporting
• Support the Supply Chain team in resolving invoice discrepancies, tracking vendor costs, and identifying savings opportunities
• Assist with financial analysis related to food, packaging, and operational supply costs
• Manage the end-to-end supplier credit process for restaurant locations
• Track, validate, and reconcile supplier credits resulting from pricing discrepancies, shortages, damaged products, promotions, rebates, or quality issues
• Maintain accurate records and reporting of outstanding and recovered credits

Cross-Functional Partnership

• Act as Finance's primary partner within the HR/People and Supply Chain teams
• Help translate operational activities and decisions into financial implications
• Build strong working relationships across departments to improve communication and visibility into business performance
• Support special projects and process improvement initiatives as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field
• 0 – 3 years of experience in finance, accounting, operations, payroll, AP/AR, or business analysis
• Strong Excel or Google Sheets skills, including comfort working with large datasets.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational ability
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Experience with ERP systems, payroll platforms, HRIS systems, or purchasing software is a plus but not required.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate enjoys both detail-oriented execution and analytical problem solving. They are comfortable processing invoices one day, reviewing payroll data the next, and mapping a finance workflow the day after that. They ask good questions, follow through on commitments, and are motivated by creating better processes and greater visibility into the business.

We are looking for someone with a positive, can-do attitude who embraces challenges rather than avoids them. The best candidate will be energized by solving difficult problems, eager to learn unfamiliar parts of the business, and willing to roll up their sleeves to help wherever needed. They are naturally curious, resourceful, and persistent.

We value people who run toward hard problems, not away from them. When something is unclear, broken, or challenging, this person leans in, figures it out, and helps make it better. They take ownership, learn from mistakes, and understand that meaningful improvement often comes from tackling the issues others are reluctant to address. This is an opportunity to join a team helping transform Pret A Manger USA. We are looking for someone who is excited to contribute, grow alongside the business, and play a meaningful role in building a stronger company.

Total Rewards

• Competitive salary and annual performance bonus
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off and company holidays
• Free Pret food and coffee
• Professional development and career growth within a global brand
• The pay range for this role is $80,000 - $95,0000. Compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and the specific work location of New York, New York, United States. In addition, you will be eligible for a discretionary bonus if you are an active employee as of fiscal year-end.